How To Fix UCF5109 - Document type &1 posts with posting level &3, not &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCF5 - Messages for Two-Sided Elimination

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Document type &1 posts with posting level &3, not &2

What causes this issue?

Posting level &V2& is intended for two-sided elimination. However,
document type &V1& cannot be used because it posts with posting level
&V3&.

System Response

Cannot perform eliminations.

How to fix this error?

Assign a document type with posting level &V2& to the task.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCF5109 - Document type &1 posts with posting level &3, not &2 ?

  The SAP error message UCF5109 indicates a mismatch in the posting level for a document type during a financial posting. Specifically, it suggests that the document type you are trying to post is configured to use a certain posting level, but the system is expecting a different one.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The document type (&1) is configured to post with a specific posting level (&3), but the transaction or configuration is set to use a different posting level (&2).
  This can happen due to incorrect configuration in the document type settings or if the posting level is not correctly defined in the financial accounting settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for document types in SAP (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify the posting level assigned to the document type in question. Ensure that it matches the expected posting level.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Level Settings:
  
  Check the posting level settings in the financial accounting configuration (Transaction Code: OBY6).
  Ensure that the posting levels are correctly defined and that they align with the document types being used.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction that allows for posting, ensure that the settings for that transaction are correctly aligned with the document type and its posting level.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the document type and posting levels.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: These are used in SAP to categorize different types of financial transactions (e.g., invoices, credit memos).
  Posting Levels: This refers to the level at which the posting is made in the financial accounting system, which can affect how transactions are recorded and reported.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for document type configuration) and OBY6 (for posting level settings) to navigate the configuration settings effectively.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.